What does the cryptic crossword clue "Associate has firm line with sporting division (9)" mean?

The definition is "Associate". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CO (abbreviation="firm") + L (abbreviation="line") + LEAGUE (synonym="division") = COLLEAGUE; definition: "Associate" The answer is COLLEAGUE.

Associate has firm line with sporting division (9)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17360 | 16 Across | 2024-05-17 flower

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